Dr. Robert TomasD.O., FACOS
at U First Health — Fort Myers, FL
About
Dr. Robert E. Tomas is a board-certified general surgeon with over two decades of experience. He leads the Desarda Hernia Center of the United States®. Dr. Tomas is the only surgeon in the country personally trained and endorsed by Dr. Mohan Desarda. He has performed more than 4,000 no-mesh inguinal hernia surgeries. He is also known by his trademarked brand, 'Dr. Nomeshinaround'.
Dr. Tomas earned his osteopathic medical degree from Nova Southeastern College. He completed his general surgery residency at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He pursued additional training in colorectal surgery at the University of Miami. Dr. Tomas holds the title of Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Education & Training
Medical School
Nova Southeastern College of the Health Sciences (osteopathic medical degree)
Residency
General Surgery Residency at Botsford General Hospital in Farmington Hills, Michigan (Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine)
Additional Training
Additional training at University of Miami in general and colorectal surgery; Certified for Basic and Laser Assisted Liposuction Workshop at New Day Plastic Surgery Center, San Antonio, TX
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Tomas right for?
Dr. Tomas is an ideal fit for patients seeking no-mesh hernia repair. Adults with inguinal, umbilical, ventral, or incisional hernias benefit from his depth of experience with the Desarda Technique. Patients who prefer to avoid mesh implants travel from across the country and internationally to see him. He also serves patients interested in cosmetic procedures such as liposuction and abdominoplasty. Spanish-speaking patients can communicate with Dr. Tomas directly in their preferred language.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Robert Tomas is the only surgeon in the United States personally trained and endorsed by Dr. Mohan Desarda, the technique's originator. He leads the Desarda Hernia Center of the United States and has performed over 4,000 no-mesh hernia repairs since 2009. That depth of experience with a single specialized technique is rare in the field.
The Desarda Technique is a no-mesh approach to inguinal hernia repair. Dr. Tomas uses the patient's own tissue to repair the hernia rather than implanting a synthetic mesh. He has performed more than 4,000 of these procedures, attracting patients from across the country and internationally.
Yes. Dr. Tomas performs no-mesh repairs for inguinal, umbilical, ventral, and incisional hernias. He applies the Desarda Technique and related no-mesh methods across these hernia types, giving patients a mesh-free option regardless of hernia location.
Yes. Dr. Tomas holds board certification in General Surgery. He also carries the designation of Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons and maintains membership in the American Osteopathic Association.
Dr. Tomas completed his general surgery residency at Botsford General Hospital in Farmington Hills, Michigan, through Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He then trained in general and colorectal surgery at the University of Miami. He earned his osteopathic medical degree from Nova Southeastern College of the Health Sciences.
Yes. In addition to hernia surgery, Dr. Tomas performs SmartLipo laser liposuction, traditional liposuction, and abdominoplasty. He holds certification for Basic and Laser Assisted Liposuction from New Day Plastic Surgery Center in San Antonio, Texas.
Yes. Dr. Tomas is fluent in both English and Spanish. He can conduct consultations and surgical discussions in either language.
Dr. Tomas brings more than 23 years of surgical experience to his practice. He has focused heavily on no-mesh hernia repair, completing over 4,000 Desarda procedures since 2009. His background also includes training in laparoscopic surgery and colorectal surgery.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026